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Sun, 23 Jun 2013 04:57:07 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=809 Reserve your Day One Edition today. Be first to experience Xbox One with the Day One Edition. Available in limited quantities, it features a commemorative controller, a token code to unlock an exclusive Day One achievement, and premium packaging at no additional cost. Cutting-edge design meets cutting-edge technology. Xbox One delivers an entertainment experience […]]]>

Reserve your Day One Edition today.

Be first to experience Xbox One with the Day One Edition. Available in limited quantities, it features a commemorative controller, a token code to unlock an exclusive Day One achievement, and premium packaging at no additional cost.

Cutting-edge design meets cutting-edge technology.

Xbox One delivers an entertainment experience like nothing before. Its innovative technology is rivaled only by its iconic design. Sharp corners and clean lines make for a sleek, modern console that complements any decor. Xbox One was designed from the ground up to be the centerpiece of every living room.

Play with peak performance.

Xbox One is the perfect balance of power and performance. In addition to Xbox One’s revolutionary architecture, the combination of its CPU, GPU, and ESRAM is like having a supercomputer in your living room. But raw power is nothing without speed. So the Xbox One uses its power more effectively, creating lightning fast experiences unlike anything you’ve had before.

8 Cores

An 8-core x86 processor lets you instantly switch between a game and your entertainment apps with ease.

HDMI Pass-Thru

Connect your cable or satellite box to your Xbox One and prepare for lift off. HDMI pass-thru enables you to watch TV through your Xbox, which makes switching inputs seem almost pre-historic.1

Loaded with memory

8GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive give you plenty of memory for your games, demos, movies, apps, music, and more.2

Blu-ray

A one-of-a-kind architecture.

Xbox One was designed to be the most advanced gaming console ever, and the best entertainment console. To make that possible, we did something unprecedented. For the first time ever, we created a state-of-the-art gaming OS and fused it together with a powerful Windows OS. So you get the best of both worlds, without compromise. Forget about having to switch inputs to watch TV or play a game. Now you can run a host of apps right alongside your game without any loss of performance.

Always ready when you are.

Xbox One wakes up instantly, so it’s always ready when you are. Because less time waiting means more time playing.

Jump around.

Instantly and effortlessly jump back and forth between a game, TV, music, and apps. Now there’s no need to back out of one experience before you jump right into another.

Split your screen. Not your time.

Ever wish you could chat with a friend on Skype while watching the playoffs? With Snap you can do both at the same time. On the same screen.

A new generation of Xbox Live.

Unleash the power of the cloud with a new generation of Xbox Live: the network that unites every member of the Xbox community. It also connects you to thousands of games, songs, TV shows, movies and sports. More importantly, it’s a scalable source of power that will grow stronger over time. Best of all, your games and profile are stored in the cloud, so every Xbox One console behaves like your very own. And because it’s all one service, your Xbox Live Gold membership will work on both Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

Your games keep playing, even when you’re not.

Living Games technology allows game worlds to keep going even when you’re not playing. So you never know what new things you’ll find the next time you play. And advanced artificial intelligence can learn to play like you. So when you’re not around, your friends can still play against your shadow.

Pick up right where you left off.

Want to check sports scores in the middle of a game? No problem. With auto-resume, your game is suspended right where you left off. So you can jump back instantly to the same spot. You can even start a movie or a game on one Xbox One and finish it on another.

Play without the wait.

With Xbox One, you can start playing immediately as games install. And updates install seamlessly in the background, so your games and entertainment won’t be interrupted.

Your games stay in sync with the world.

Imagine the player stats in your sports game being updated automatically based on the weekend’s results. It’s now possible with Xbox One. Thanks to the power of the cloud, game worlds stay in sync with the real world.3

Meet the all-new Kinect.

We’ve completely re-engineered Kinect to take full advantage of all that Xbox One can do. It’s more precise. More responsive. More intuitive. Its unparalleled voice, vision, and motion technology lets you reach into games and entertainment like never before. Automatically sign in when you enter the room. Accelerate through a game with subtle gestures. Or navigate through your favorite TV shows with the sound of your voice. It’s an entirely new Kinect for a new generation of entertainment.

Real Vision

Kinect Real Vision technology dramatically expands its field of view for greater line of sight. An all-new active IR camera enables it to see in the dark. And using advanced 3-D geometry, it can even tell if you’re standing off balance.

Real Motion

Kinect Real Motion technology tracks even the slightest gestures. So a simple squeeze of your hand results in precise control over a game or app. Whether you’re standing up or sitting down.

Real Voice

Kinect Real Voice technology focuses on the sounds that matter, thanks to an all-new multi-microphone array. Advanced noise isolation lets Kinect know who to listen to, even in a crowded room. And, for the first time, you can use your voice to launch any Xbox One experience from anywhere in the system, so you can quickly move from one thing to another.

Unparalleled precision and comfort.

The best gaming controller just got better with over 40 technology innovations. New Impulse Triggers deliver precise fingertip feedback for more realistic experiences. We have streamlined the thumbsticks, D-pad, and contours for improved precision and comfort in your hands. Simply put, it is the best controller we’ve ever made.3

All together now.

Xbox SmartGlass turns your mobile phone or tablet into a second screen that intelligently interacts with your Xbox One. Navigate with your touch screen, pinch, and tap to surf the Web on your TV. Your wireless device becomes the ideal companion to your Xbox One as it serves up extended experiences of your favorite TV shows, movies, music, games, and sports.

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Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:14:59 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=777 Video games just feel bigger and better on a TV screen. Surround Sound. HD. A room full of friends. Console gaming isn’t going anywhere, but console games aren’t as much fun as they could be. That’s why we made OUYA: a new kind of game console, to bring groundbreaking games to the television in […]]]>

Video games just feel bigger and better on a TV screen. Surround Sound. HD. A room full of friends. Console gaming isn’t going anywhere, but console games aren’t as much fun as they could be.

That’s why we made OUYA: a new kind of game console, to bring groundbreaking games to the television in an entirely new way.

“Who wouldn’t want a beautiful piece of industrial design that sells for $99, plugs straight into your TV, and gives you access to a huge library of games?” – Jordan Mechner (creator of Prince of Persia, Karateka)

Games Only on OUYA

You download OUYA games directly to your console — no discs to buy or scratch.

And the games on OUYA are made by some of the most inventive game developers in the business. Favorite franchises like Final Fantasy, brand new never-before-seen titles and hundreds of other games. Shooters, platformers, role-playing games, action games… You name it.

And, best of all, every game on OUYA is free to try. You might end up investing in that coin doubler, buying the healing elixir that extends your life, or unlocking the full version of the game, but everything — absolutely everything — is free to try. We believe you shouldn’t have to buy it unless you love it.

Small… but Powerful

OUYA is about the size of a Rubik’s cube, but it plays hard in full-screen HD. It uses an nVIDIA quad-core CPU and outputs via HDMI at up to a stunning 1080p resolution. It powers on instantly.

Need more storage? No problem. Just plug in an external hard drive into the USB 2.0 port. Like to hardwire your Internet? That’s cool. Jack into OUYA’s high-speed ethernet port. WiFi works too. If you want to develop games, just plug your laptop into our micro-USB port — anyone can release an OUYA game. And the hardware opens so you can customize it if that’s your bag.

We listen to our supporters, and try to evolve OUYA so it always gets better for them. When you buy OUYA, you become part of our effort to change how console gaming works.

Additional Requirements

You will need a valid credit, debit or prepaid retail card to download OUYA content. Your card will not be charged unless you choose to make a purchase. Though many games on OUYA will not require a purchase to unlock additional content or features, others may offer for purchase in-game products or additional features (like full versions or additional levels).

OUYA… lovingly made by a team of gamers who believe that console games will never die.

What’s in the OUYA Box?

● OUYA game console

● OUYA wireless controller with removable faceplates

● HDMI cable

● Two AA batteries

● Power adapter

]]>Nokia Lumia 920 (AT&T)http://www.igeekman.com/nokia-lumia-920/
Fri, 09 Nov 2012 05:00:12 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=7974G LTE Nokia Lumia 920 with Windows Phone 8 was built for amazing clarity, power and speed that lets you capture, share and relive moments as if you were still there. You’ll enjoy a rich user-experience in almost any conditions with the stunning 4.5-inch PureMotion HD and ClearBlack display that blocks incoming light reflections through […]]]>

4G LTE Nokia Lumia 920 with Windows Phone 8 was built for amazing clarity, power and speed that lets you capture, share and relive moments as if you were still there. You’ll enjoy a rich user-experience in almost any conditions with the stunning 4.5-inch PureMotion HD and ClearBlack display that blocks incoming light reflections through a polarized layer to improve screen visibility under direct sunlight. The 332 ppi sculpted 2.5 D Corning Gorilla Glass 2.0, with color-boosting technology, Sunlight Readability Enhancement, High Brightness Mode, and a power-efficient LCD paired with 4G/LTE and Internet Explorer 10 make for faster, clearer web browsing. When you discover all that the Nokia Lumia 920 has to offer – including premium design and powerful dual-core 1.5 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor – nothing less will do.

High-Quality Camera

The advanced, eight-megapixel camera has autofocus, a dual-LED flash and an image processing chip. There is also a front-facing 1.2 megapixel camera with f2.0 aperture and a 26 millimeter lens for easy self-portraits. Video play and capture is available with Carl Zeiss optics and HD 1080p. With up to 32 GB of internal memory and SkyDrive cloud storage available, there’s enough memory to keep all your photos and video.

Smartphone Features and Applications

The Lumia is equipped with convenient, free apps like Facebook, Twitter and voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation. Even make your phone your own with a variety of personalization options. Other features include NFC technology, integrated wireless charging, optical image stabilization and three microphones.

Faster Network

With AT&T’s 4G HSPA+ network, you’ll enjoy mobile broadband speeds up to four times faster than AT&T’s already fast mobile broadband network. You also get the AT&T Mobile Hotspot service built right into the smartphone–enabling you to connect additional Wi-Fi-enabled devices to the phone’s mobile broadband signal (requires appropriate data plan).

]]>Borderlands Legendshttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/borderlands-legends/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/borderlands-legends/#respondWed, 31 Oct 2012 04:00:58 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=732It’ll blow your mind! Borderlands Legends is the latest addition to the Borderland franchise, specifically designed for mobile and tablet. Control Mordecai, Lilith, Brick and Roland and take out the oncoming waves of enemies. Collect in-game cash by destroying enemies and purchase new weapons. Earn experience and level up your characters, unlocking new skills and […]]]>

It’ll blow your mind!

Borderlands Legends is the latest addition to the Borderland franchise, specifically designed for mobile and tablet. Control Mordecai, Lilith, Brick and Roland and take out the oncoming waves of enemies. Collect in-game cash by destroying enemies and purchase new weapons. Earn experience and level up your characters, unlocking new skills and abilities! Each character has their own set of unique skills and abilities, use them wisely to survive!

– Play as your favorite characters from the original Borderlands
– Randomized missions
– Thousands of different weapons
– 36 unique powers and abilities
– Strategic cover system
– Fight for your life mode

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/borderlands-legends/feed/0Microsoft Xbox Live Points (Online Code)http://www.igeekman.com/microsoft-xbox-live-points-online-code/
Sat, 01 Sep 2012 13:29:51 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=492Amazon.com Widgets Redeem points through the Xbox LIVE® Marketplace to crank your favorite games up a notch with add-ons like new songs, maps, levels and more. You also can download HD movies or TV shows for an instant movie night or pick up and play arcade games the whole family will love. Xbox LIVE 4000 […]]]>

Amazon.com Widgets
Redeem points through the Xbox LIVE® Marketplace to crank your favorite games up a notch with add-ons like new songs, maps, levels and more. You also can download HD movies or TV shows for an instant movie night or pick up and play arcade games the whole family will love.

Xbox LIVE 4000 Microsoft Points gives you ability to redeem on Xbox LIVE:

Redeem your Microsoft Points on your computer:
1. From Xbox.com, use your Windows LIVE ID to sign in to your Xbox LIVE account.
2. Select My Account from the My Xbox drop-down menu.
3. Click Redeem Code to enter the pre-paid code for the content that you want to redeem.
4. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to enter and confirm the redemption on the pre-paid code.Xbox LIVE is the online game and entertainment service for Xbox 360.
Connect for free and you’ll find game demos so you can try before you buy and tons of free videos, trailers and more. Plus you’ll have access to Game Add-ons like new songs and adventures to extend the life of your favorite games. What’s more, thousands of downloadable HD movies and TV episodes are available with the press of a button.

Play…
The best selection of games in all-new ways. Exciting online competitions such as “1 vs 100,” innovative downloadable games like “Shadow Complex,” and full versions of Xbox 360 games available digitally with Games on Demand. Xbox LIVE brings a whole new wave of fun straight to your living room.

Watch… Your favorite films and shows from the largest global TV and movie library on any console. Create your own on-demand movie night from the largest global TV and movie library on any console! Stream thousands of HD movies and TV shows from Netflix and Video Marketplace.

Share… The fun with your friends on the biggest social network on the planet. Xbox LIVE gives you the power to connect almost anywhere with Facebook and Twitter integration, and video and photo parties with your friends.

]]>Samsung Admire (MetroPCS)http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-admire-metropcs/
http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-admire-metropcs/#respondTue, 24 Jul 2012 00:29:43 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_product_reviews&p=707The Samsung Admire ($99) is a fine, midrange Android smartphone. It’s not a device for power users, but it’s a decent introduction to Android for MetroPCS customers looking to take advantage of the carrier’s inexpensive monthly plans. It’s not perfect, and there are better options out there, but it should satisfy people who aren’t too […]]]>

The Samsung Admire ($99) is a fine, midrange Android smartphone. It’s not a device for power users, but it’s a decent introduction to Android for MetroPCS customers looking to take advantage of the carrier’s inexpensive monthly plans. It’s not perfect, and there are better options out there, but it should satisfy people who aren’t too demanding of their smartphones.

Design and Call Quality
The Samsung Admire doesn’t look or feel like a luxury device. Made entirely of shiny black plastic, with a textured back panel and ribbed bands running along the sides, this isn’t a phone you’ll be running to show your friends. But at 4.6 by 2.4 by .5 inches (HWD) and 4.1 ounces, it’s compact and easy to hold. The 3.5-inch, 320-by-480-pixel capacitive touch screen looks suitably sharp and bright enough, though certainly not on par with higher end devices. Four clicky hardware function keys sit below the screen. Typing felt somewhat cramped on the on-screen Swype QWERTY keyboard, though dialing numbers was fine.

The Samsung Admire is a tri-band, 2G 1xRTT (800/1700/1900 MHz) device with 802.11b/g Wi-Fi. It connected to my WPA2-encrypted Wi-Fi network without a problem. Reception was fine, but voice quality was mixed. Calls sounded relatively full and loud in the earpiece, but voices had a robotic quality. On the other end, calls made with the phone sounded muffled and unclear, though noise cancellation was very good. Calls sounded better through an Jawbone Icon Bluetooth headset ($99, 4 stars) and voice dialing worked fine over Bluetooth without training. The speakerphone is far too quiet to use outside. Battery life was average, at 5 hours 18 minutes of talk time.

The Admire runs the latest version of Android, 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), which is a big plus. Samsung hasn’t done much tinkering with the UI, so it’s a relatively straight Android build. There are five customizable home screens you can swipe between, which come preloaded with a few standard apps and widgets. MetroPCS has saddled the Admire with a fair amount of bloatware. Some of it is useful, some of it is pointless, some of it is deletable, and some of it is not.

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-admire-metropcs/feed/0Samsung Galaxy S III 4G for Sprinthttp://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-4g-for-sprint/
http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-4g-for-sprint/#respondThu, 21 Jun 2012 04:00:25 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_product_reviews&p=765Optimized for peak performance, the Android-powered Samsung Galaxy S III from Sprint offers one of the most sophisticated interactive mobile experiences to date. You’ll be able to send photos, videos, and information easier and faster than ever while staying in close connection to friends and family members from wherever you are. Delivering impressive processing power […]]]>

Optimized for peak performance, the Android-powered Samsung Galaxy S III from Sprint offers one of the most sophisticated interactive mobile experiences to date. You’ll be able to send photos, videos, and information easier and faster than ever while staying in close connection to friends and family members from wherever you are.

Delivering impressive processing power to allow more applications to be accessible simultaneously, the Galaxy S III also features a brilliant 4.8-inch display that extends to an ultra-thin bezel to maximize the viewing area. The expansive display is also protected by Gorilla Glass 2.0 to guard against cracks and scratches and provide enhanced touchscreen responsiveness.

The Galaxy S III runs the Android 4.0 operating system (a.k.a., Ice Cream Sandwich), bringing a redesigned user interface with enhanced multitasking, notifications, full Web browsing experience, and more. You’ll also enjoy innovative, next-gen features such as Face Unlock, which uses facial recognition to unlock the Galaxy S III, and Near Field Communications (NFC) capabilities.

Going beyond simple point-and-shoot photography, the 8-megapixel rear camera offers a Burst Shot mode that captures still pictures at a rapid-fire pace at three images per second with zero shutter lag, and its Best Shot feature recommends the best picture to keep based on colors, lighting, and clarity. It also records Full HD 1080p video with a backside illuminated sensor that improves performance in low light environments–and you can even capture a photo while shooting video.

Note: The Galaxy S III is able to access the Sprint 4G LTE network, available in limited markets. This phone is also compatible with Sprint’s nationwide 3G network.

Pay with Google Wallet
With Google Wallet, you can transform the Galaxy S III smartphone into a smart wallet using Near Field Communication (NFC) to make safe purchases at more than 100,000 participating retailers–including Bloomingdales, Toys “R” Us, CVS, Gap and Macy’s.

Simple, Instant Sharing
The Galaxy S III has enhanced features that both you and your contacts will enjoy. It’s designed to make sharing easy and more direct so your friends and family can experience every moment with you, regardless of your location.

Connect Through Touch: With S Beam, just place two Galaxy S III phones back-to-back and you can transfer photos, videos, documents, and more. In just three minutes you can successfully share a 1 GB video file–it’s fast, easy, and you don’t even need a Wi-Fi or cellular signal.

Send Pictures in a Flash: Thanks to Buddy Photo Share, the Galaxy S III recognizes the faces of your friends, so it can share photos with them right away. And with Share Shot, you can send photos to all your party guests so everyone leaves with snapshots of the event.

Access Content on Multiple Devices: Through AllShare Play, you can share files with other devices and access those files on various devices, such as documents or multimedia files between your Galaxy S III phone and a tablet, PC, or television. With AllShare Group Cast on the Galaxy S III and a Wi-Fi network, you can share and collaborate on documents, presentations or images in real-time with multiple friends or co-workers without loading the file separately.

Intelligent and Intuitive Interaction
Smart enough to detect your face, voice and motions, the Galaxy S III provides a more convenient and natural way for you to interact so it fits seamlessly into your daily routine.

Let Your Eyes Control the Display: Thanks to the Smart Stay feature, the screen display will remain bright as long as you’re looking at the phone. Set it down, and it dims instantly. Because the front-facing camera can identify your eyes–while reading an e-book or browsing the web, for instance–it recognizes how you are using your phone and provides a bright display accordingly.

Tell Your Phone What to Do: The S Voice feature enables the Galaxy S III to actually listen and respond to your words: tell it to wake up, snooze, take a photo, answer a call, send a text message, or play a favorite song.

Don’t Miss a Message: If you’ve been away from your phone, the Smart Alert feature will give you a vibrating nudge to let you know about missed calls and messages.

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-4g-for-sprint/feed/0HTC EVO LTE 4G for Sprinthttp://www.igeekman.com/htc-evo-lte-4g-for-sprint/
Sat, 02 Jun 2012 04:00:17 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=694 The HTC EVO LTE 4G Android Phone is a 4G LTE Android phone that has an electrifying 4.7-inch HD display that will allow you to take, view and send images and videos with the amazing 8.0 MP camera featuring instant capture. Listen to music the way the artist intended with Beats Audio and enjoy […]]]>

The HTC EVO LTE 4G Android Phone
is a 4G LTE Android phone that has an electrifying 4.7-inch HD display that will allow you to take, view and send images and videos with the amazing 8.0 MP camera featuring instant capture. Listen to music the way the artist intended with Beats Audio and enjoy crisper, clearer calls with HD voice capabilities. Want to watch a movie? The 1.5GHz Dual Core processor and return of the kickstand will allow you to watch videos hands free on the ultra-fast 4G LTE network. The latest Android version (Ice Cream Sandwich) and HTC Sense 4.0 combine to offer the highest performance and good looks you expect out of an EVO product.

At just nine millimeters thick, this phone has a full HD 1080p video capture, 16 GB internal memory, Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, DLNA wireless streaming capabilities, GPS for navigation and location-based services, and up to 7.5 hours of talk time.(see full specifications below).

Need to connect your computer to the internet to print a document or email? Create a mobile hotspot for up to eight devices at once with the fast 4G LTE connection. Link-up your computer to the EVO’s Wi-Fi for quick internet browsing or print directly to Wi-Fi printers.

Google Wallet is a necessity for those who shop on-the-go. At locations where Mastercard Paypass is accepted, you can simply swipe your card and the NFC (Near Field Communications) technology will securely transfer virtual payment information and store coupons to complete your purchase. You will save time and not have to hassle with slow payment options.

Capture the Moment with the Amazing Camera

Easily capture memories and share them while on the go with the advanced camera capabilities of the HTC EVO, which offers 8-megapixel camera and Full HD 1080p video recorder. You will get super-fast image capture speeds–snap a shot in just 0.7 seconds. You will also get great photos in adverse conditions thanks to the f/2.0 lens, which captures 40 percent more light than the f/2.4 lenses available on other high-end phones. It also comes with a Video Pic feature, which enables you to capture a photo and shoot video at the same time.

Sharing photos to Facebook, Picasa or Flickr is a breeze–and lightning quick at 4G speeds. Also, enjoy video chats over Wi-Fi and 4G connectivity thanks to the front-facing 1.3-megapixel camera.

On-the-Go Entertainment with Authentic Sound

The HTC EVO features HTC Watch–an application and service that puts an entire library of the latest, premium movies and TV shows right at your fingertips. HTC Watch uses progressive download technology that makes it possible to watch videos without waiting for a huge file to finish downloading. You can either rent or buy videos, and if purchased, you can watch them on up to five different HTC devices.

You’ll also be able to hear the music the way the artists intended it to be heard with the integrated Beats Audio. Every sound is enhanced with Beats Audio and custom tuned for best audio performance with Beats Audio headsets (not included).

]]>Minecraft: Xbox 360 Editionhttp://www.igeekman.com/minecraft-xbox-360-edition/
Wed, 09 May 2012 07:00:00 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=681Imagine it, build it! Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition lets you create worlds from the comfort of your sofa. Play alone or play with your friends. Explore, build and conquer! At night monsters come out, so make sure to build a shelter before that happens. After that, your world is your imagination. Turn your hours into […]]]>

Imagine it, build it! Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition lets you create worlds from the comfort of your sofa. Play alone or play with your friends. Explore, build and conquer! At night monsters come out, so make sure to build a shelter before that happens. After that, your world is your imagination. Turn your hours into minutes with Minecraft.

]]>PlayStation Vita by Sonyhttp://www.igeekman.com/playstation-vita-by-sony/
Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:00:05 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=514Sony’s PlayStation Vita, previously codenamed “Next Generation Portable” (NGP), is the long-rumored successor to the PlayStation Portable hardware series. Projected for a holiday 2011 release (Dec. 31, 2011) Vita retains the familiar general form of the PlayStation Portable hardware series while dramatically improving on virtually every aspect of its use with powerful and exciting new […]]]>

Sony’s PlayStation Vita, previously codenamed “Next Generation Portable” (NGP), is the long-rumored successor to the PlayStation Portable hardware series. Projected for a holiday 2011 release (Dec. 31, 2011) Vita retains the familiar general form of the PlayStation Portable hardware series while dramatically improving on virtually every aspect of its use with powerful and exciting new features including: dual touch pads at the front and rear, dual cameras at the front and rear, dual analog sticks, a 5-inch OLED screen, GPs, six-axis motion sensors and a three-axis electronic compass and exceptional built-in connectivity via Wi-Fi.* Taken together this makes for a handheld gaming device that truly signals the entry of handhelds into the world of Next-Gen gaming.

Blur the Lines Between Entertainment and Reality.

PlayStation Vita is designed to blur the lines between interactive entertainment and reality in a variety of ways. Reaching beyond the capabilities of every handheld gaming console that has come before it, in this model of Vita players have access to a vast amount of content via improved Wi-Fi, allowing for maximum connectivity wherever you go. (An additional Vita model allows for Wi-Fi and always-on 3G connectivity**) Its 5-inch OLED front multi-touch display brings brilliant images to life and allows for a new touch driven navigational system, while the additional multi-touch pad on its back surface will allow users to interact with games and characters that they encounter within them with a simple movement of their fingertips. The real world and the game world are seamlessly merged with front and rear camera enabled augmented reality. Additionally, services created specifically for Vita will be available on PlayStation Network. These services are designed help users take their gameplay, as well as interaction with other gamers, to new levels.

Vita-specific PlayStation Network Functionality

Near

“Near” is a core PlayStation Vita feature composed of location-based services, that utilize PlayStation Network. Near, developed specifically for this service and the network, will be pre-installed in the system to let users find out what their friends in the vicinity are playing now or what they were playing recently. Users can meet their friends and new players virtually, regardless of what games they are playing, simply by sharing their game information across different dimensions of time and distance.

LiveArea and Activity Log

Every game title for PlayStation Vita will be provided with a space called “LiveArea” where users can share the fun and excitement with other players. Users will have access to the latest information of games provided from SCE and third party developers and publishers through PlayStation Network. Additionally, Vita users will be able to view “Activity Log” which is constantly updated with accomplishments from users who are playing the same game, which in turn can trigger active real-time communication among users.

The Best in New and Classic Content

In addition to containing the best in new handheld gaming hardware technology, Sony’s PlayStation Vita provides users with the best in quality content. All your favorite game franchises are coming to Vita, including but not limited to Uncharted in Uncharted Golden Abyss, LittleBigPlanet, Hot Shots Golf, ModNation Racers, Wipeout and many more — including all new game launches — yet to be announced. Joining these new offerings, players will also have full wireless access to the PlayStation Store. Here, via Vita’s improved Wi-Fi capabilities owners can download new game add-ons, movies, comics and PS One classics ported over for handheld play. PlayStation Vita also features full backwards compatibility (via download) to all PSP games. Together this powerful merging of hardware and software is destined to create entertainment experiences unlike anything else available in the handheld gaming market.

Game Media/Storage – New Vita-specific dedicated flash-based game medium; dual slots, one for the new game medium, the other is for storage media to be utilized for personal content and download content

]]>Parallels Desktop 6 for Machttp://www.igeekman.com/product-review/parallels-desktop-6-for-mac/
http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/parallels-desktop-6-for-mac/#respondMon, 05 Dec 2011 02:14:10 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_product_reviews&p=663Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac is simply the world’s bestselling, top-rated, and most trusted solution for running Windows applications on your Mac. With Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac, you can seamlessly run both Windows and Mac OS X applications side-by-side with speed, control and confidence. Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac is the most tested, trusted […]]]>

With
Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac, you can seamlessly run both Windows and Mac OS X Lion applications side-by-side with speed, control and confidence.

Innovation

Setting up Parallels Desktop for Mac is easy. Bring all your PC programs, documents, photos, music and browser bookmarks to your Mac, then run them all like they were made for your Mac. It’s the best of both worlds on one desktop — without rebooting.

Performance and Personalization

Experience as much or as little Windows as you want. Multiple view modes make it possible for you to customize the level of integration between Mac and Windows without compromising performance.

Movies, TV shows, magazines and children’s books come alive on its 7″ vibrant color touch screen. Features a powerful 1GHz processor and 8GB of storage (with access to more space with Amazon’s cloud storage). Over 1 million books, magazines and newspapers to choose from, plus over 100,000 movies and TV shows to stream, download, purchase or rent. Play your favorite apps and games. Stream your music library from Amazon Cloud Drive or download to your device and listen offline. The all-new Kindle Fire will be released on November 15, 2011.

18 million movies, TV shows, songs, magazines, and books

Amazon Appstore – thousands of popular apps and games

Ultra-fast web browsing – Amazon Silk

Free cloud storage for all your Amazon content

Vibrant color touchscreen with extra-wide viewing angle

Fast, powerful dual-core processor

Amazon Prime members enjoy unlimited, instant streaming of over 10,000 popular movies and TV shows

Product Features

7″ color touch-screen display
Great for viewing movies and TV shows. Brings colorful magazines and books to life.

Built-in Wi-Fi
Allows you to connect to Wi-Fi at home or to hotspots on the road.

Amazon.com Kindle Store
Offers more than 1 million books, magazines and newspapers. Also, over 100,000 audiobooks, over 100,000 movies and TV shows and over 17 million songs.

Whispersync technology
Synchronizes your Kindle library and last page read or last spot of the video for across your devices so you can pick up right where you left off when you return to your Kindle Fire.

Apps and games
Includes Facebook and thousands of apps and games to download.

Up to 8 hours of continuous reading or 7 hours of video playback with wireless off.
With the included lithium-ion battery.

Weighs 14.6 oz. and measures just 0.45″ thin
For easy portability.

]]>Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3http://www.igeekman.com/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-3-xbox360/
Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=406 Modern Warfare is back. On November 8th, the best-selling first-person action series of all-time returns with the epic sequel to the multiple Game of the Year award winner Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.. ]]>

Modern Warfare is back. On November 8th, the best-selling first-person action series of all-time returns with the epic sequel to the multiple Game of the Year award winner Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2..

]]>Tweet Speaker – Listen to Twitterhttp://www.igeekman.com/tweet-speaker-listen-to-twitter/
Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:36:19 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=651Enjoy Twitter while on a walk, stuck in traffic, in the kitchen, or on the go. Tweet Speaker lets you listen to news, sports, humor, and the musings of interesting people on Twitter – a sort of live podcast of your Tweets. Featuring a beautiful user interface, speech tailored for tweets, Tweet Marker support, adjustable […]]]>

Enjoy Twitter while on a walk, stuck in traffic, in the kitchen, or on the go. Tweet Speaker lets you listen to news, sports, humor, and the musings of interesting people on Twitter – a sort of live podcast of your Tweets.

]]>HTC Flyerhttp://www.igeekman.com/htc-flyer/
Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:00:45 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=635A tablet like no other the HTC Flyer is a portable 7-inch tablet with a magic pen that can do more for you than you can imagine. From creating masterpieces with a stroke of a paintbrush, to taking multimedia notes or even signing digital documents, HTC Flyer puts you in control of any situation. With […]]]>

A tablet like no other the HTC Flyer is a portable 7-inch tablet with a magic pen that can do more for you than you can imagine. From creating masterpieces with a stroke of a paintbrush, to taking multimedia notes or even signing digital documents, HTC Flyer puts you in control of any situation. With streaming movies at a touch of your finger, HTC Flyer turns any moment into something special.

On the HTC Flyer with HTC Scribe Technology™ and the HTC Scribe™ digital pen accessory, you’re able to take notes that sync with a recording of your meeting, highlight an important passage of an e-book or document, and even doodle on a picture or create your own.

At 7”, it’s small enough to fit in your pocket, but with a 1.5GHz Qualcomm® Snapdragon® processor, it won’t be spending much time there.

Specs

Processor

1.5GHz Qualcomm processor provides ample power for all these experiences

]]>doubleTwisthttp://www.igeekman.com/doubletwist/
Sun, 02 Oct 2011 05:30:29 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=571doubleTwist is a desktop application for both Windows and Mac, that automatically recognizes your device and will perform any necessary video conversions to the native formats supported by your device. Sync video, photos, music and podcasts to your iPod, BlackBerry, PSP, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG, Windows Mobile, Archos, Android, Sansa and many other devices. It […]]]>

doubleTwist is a desktop application for both Windows and Mac, that automatically recognizes your device and will perform any necessary video conversions to the native formats supported by your device. Sync video, photos, music and podcasts to your iPod, BlackBerry, PSP, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG, Windows Mobile, Archos, Android, Sansa and many other devices.

doubleTwist similar to Apple’s iTunes but without the lock into Apple’s iPod and iPhone devices. Manage and sync your iTunes music, photos and videos with our popular and lightweight software. It’s easy to use and completely free. Allowing users to sync to their mobile devices through USB, or wirelessly sync your iTunes playlists, photos and videos with your Android phone using your home Wi-Fi network.

Browse and search the Android Market and the Amazon MP3 store for the latest apps and albums. Download songs directly to your desktop and sync to your connected device — all within doubleTwist. Search and subscribe to any of thousands of podcasts (note: currently Windows only).

Front side airbag compatible – special stitching technique that allows them to inflate upon impact.Front seat covers have velcro opening on the top for easy installation.

Rear bench covers have three zippers to accommodate left and right 40/60 split, 40/20/40 split and 50/50 split. It also allows you to fold down the cup holder or armrest by unzipping one of the zippers on the backrest cover.

Madden NFL 12 continues the rich tradition of the storied franchise by bringing fans closer to the NFL than ever before. Featuring all 32 teams, stadiums, and your favorite players, Madden NFL 12 is True to the Game. Whether battling your rivals on the couch or online, leading your favorite team to the Super Bowl in Franchise mode, or building the ultimate dream team in Madden Ultimate Team, Madden NFL 12 is True to the NFL, True to the Franchise, True to the Game.

• Build an NFL Dynasty – Take complete control of your favorite team with an enhanced Franchise mode featuring expanded rosters, cut days, an injured reserve list, and more. Hire and fire coaches, or trade draft picks to build the NFL’s next dynasty.

• Dynamic Player Performance – Dynamic Player Performance is an all-new feature that creates unprecedented realism as a player’s skills and confidence will rise and fall based on his performance throughout a game or in Franchise mode, just like the real NFL. No two players will play the same in Madden NFL 12, and more details will be revealed at the E3 Expo on June 6.

• Madden NFL Ultimate Team – The perfect combination of Madden NFL Football, fantasy football, and trading cards comes to life in Madden NFL Ultimate Team. More information on how to earn, buy, auction, and trade players will be released on June 20.

• Online Communities – Online Communities will provide an all-new way for Madden NFL gamers to meet and play.

]]>L.A. Noirehttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/l-a-noire/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/l-a-noire/#respondWed, 27 Jul 2011 16:03:29 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=547L.A. Noire is a gritty, single player detective game set on the infamous streets and in the smoke-filled back rooms of postwar Los Angeles. Designed and developed with a nod to the classic film noire movie genre, L.A. Noire blends crystal clear graphics that bring the iconic look and feel of the era to life, […]]]>

L.A. Noire is a gritty, single player detective game set on the infamous streets and in the smoke-filled back rooms of postwar Los Angeles. Designed and developed with a nod to the classic film noire movie genre, L.A. Noire blends crystal clear graphics that bring the iconic look and feel of the era to life, with a combination of innovative technology and unique gameplay that allow you to solve crimes through interrogations and investigation. Additional features include: five LAPD based crime desks to work, the ability to analyze the case as well as suspects for clues, an accurate block-by-block recreation of eight sq miles of 1947 Los Angeles, multiple difficulty settings and more.

Amid the postwar boom of Hollywood’s Golden Age, newly minted detective Cole Phelps is thrown headfirst into a city drowning in violence and corruption. Utilizing groundbreaking new technology that captures an actor’s facial performance in astonishing detail, L.A. Noire is a violent crime thriller that blends breathtaking action with true detective work to deliver an unprecedented interactive experience. Interrogate witnesses, search for clues and chase down suspects as you struggle to find the truth in a city where everyone has something to hide.

Against an overarching plot of violence and betrayal, L.A. Noire challenges players to solve a series of self-contained cases as they work their way through the ranks of the LAPD. Each case features a distinct storyline with a beginning, middle and end, and each successfully solved case brings new challenges and leads Cole closer to the true story at the dark heart of the Los Angeles criminal underworld.

Key Game Features

Solve a variety of cases across the crime desks of: Patrol, Traffic, Homicide, Vice and Arson

Search crime scenes for clues, question witnesses and interrogate suspects as you search for the truth in each case

Use your wits to analyze suspect’s behavior and separate the truth from the lies

Now enjoy theater like stunning 3D entertainment with Mitsubishi 3DC-1000 3D Starter Pack. It brings an immersive experience with large screen and enables 3D DLP Home Cinema TV owners to enjoy 3D movies, games and other content at home. Also, it includes two pair of active shutter 3D eye wear, a matching emitter, Mitsubishi 3D Adapter to convert and make compatible various 3D signal types with all legacies, Mitsubishi 3D-ready TVs and Disney® 3D Showcase Blu-ray discs for instant 3D gratification. So, get ready to enjoy the 3D entertainment at your home with this 3D Starter Pack.

In a world filled with media players, Archos MP3/MP4 players stand out with a sleek design, quality construction and outstanding features. Weighing less than a pound, the Archos 14 Vison is a smooth, highly polished gem-like player with a 1.44 inch TFT screen and practical buttons slightly hidden on the sides.

Store thousands of photos along with hundreds of hours of music and video on its spacious 4GB drive. A built-in FM tuner lets you listen to your favorite station on the go. With the built-in microphone, the Archos 14 Vison allows you to record lecture or personal notes.

Audio Playback The Archos 14 Vison supports all the popular music formats – MP3, WMA, WAV and lossless FLAC, APE file. You can easily locate your music by title, artist or album name. You can also create your favorite list. Adding music to your device is simple, just connect it to your computer, copy/paste your favorite songs to the “Music” folder of your Archos, and you are done.Video playback The Archos 14 Vison also functions as a photo frame that stores and shows JPEG & BMP formatted pictures on its display. You can either view photos one at a time or play a slide show. You would love to take this tiny little photo gallery with you wherever you go.Photo Gallery The Archos 14 Vison also functions as a photo frame that stores and shows JPEG & BMP formatted pictures on its display. You can either view photos one at a time or play a slide show. You would love to take this tiny little photo gallery with you wherever you go.Built-in FM Radio With the built-in FM radio, you can catch up on the latest sports results, listen to your favorite talk show or navigate your way out of traffic jams. You can customize your preferred radio stations by setting FM presets.Voice Recording With the built-in microphone, you can sing songs, dictate notes and record them onto the Archos 14 Vison for reminiscence at any time.

With the ARCHOS 14 vision, you’ll have a mini-sized MP3/MP4 player that you can always carry around with you. It’s especially useful when biking or jogging. It could fit in that little front pocket of your jeans, hung as a necklace, or attached to your keychain. It has the look of a fine gemstone (a little square of 1.8″ and 4/10 of an inch thick). The handsome front shows only the 1.44 inch TFT screen with the practical buttons slightly hidden on the sides. Placed just right, it’s easy to adjust the volume or lock the player while listening to music.
The ARCHOS 14 vision weighs less than an ounce but can carry your entire music library. It has a capacity of 4GB* (the equivalent of 2,000 songs1) to store and play all the popular music formats; MP3, WMA (none protected), WAV, FLAC and APE file formats. You can choose your music by title, artist or album. You can also create your own favorites list to play at any time. When you want to add music to your ARCHOS 14 vision, there’s nothing simpler. Just connect it to a computer (PC, Mac or Linux) and copy/paste your favorite songs to the “Music” folder of your ARCHOS.
If your music library isn’t enough for you, then switch your ARCHOS 14 vision to its FM radio. You can set FM presets to access your preferred FM stations more rapidly.
If you’re a fan of music videos or those hilarious videos sent to you by email, then put them on the ARCHOS and share them with your friends regardless of where you are. The ARCHOS 14 vision comes with a little conversion program that will allow you to convert those videos to the size of its small screen. Store a few of them or a couple dozen on your ARCHOS 14 vision, your friends and family can enjoy them too.

1 1GB= 1 billion bytes; actual formatted capacity is less.2 On average; photos based on JPEG.3 Certain bitrates, resolutions, and/or file variations may not be compatible.4 Certain resolutions and file sizes may not be compatible.

5 Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and number of charge cycles vary by use and settings.
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http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/archos-14-vision-4gb-mp3-player/feed/0HP TouchPadhttp://www.igeekman.com/hp-touchpad/
Sat, 09 Jul 2011 17:17:23 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=509Get more done with the HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16GB or 32GB, a tablet designed to work like you do. Connect, play, surf and share more easily. Stay organized by grouping your related activities into card stacks on the brilliant 9.7-inch diagonal LED back-lit multitouch display. You can also enjoy more of the web, including sites […]]]>

Get more done with the HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16GB or 32GB, a tablet designed to work like you do. Connect, play, surf and share more easily. Stay organized by grouping your related activities into card stacks on the brilliant 9.7-inch diagonal LED back-lit multitouch display. You can also enjoy more of the web, including sites with Adobe® Flash® content. Hear music the way the artists intended it to be heard with Beats Audio, plus use the front-facing camera and microphone for live video calling. HP webOS helps you multitask seamlessly. Sign in to your online accounts and this HP tablet pulls information together automatically. See your Face book friends’ birthdays in your contacts, compare work and personal calendars side by side, and view your work and personal e-mails together or separately. Just Type lets you create messages, search the web and more without launching an app first. Receive notifications of new messages, e-mails and events without interrupting what’s on your screen. Plus, charge this HP tablet wirelessly using the optional HP Touchstone Charging Dock. The HP TouchPad Wi-Fi 16GB or 32GB also works better together with other HP webOS devices: Touch to share websites with your HP Pre3 or Veer Smartphone.

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]]>Halo Reachhttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/halo-reach/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/halo-reach/#respondThu, 30 Jun 2011 20:03:10 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=390 “Halo: Reach,” developed exclusively for Xbox 360, is the blockbuster prequel to the landmark “Halo” video game franchise and is the biggest game yet in the Halo series.“Halo” is one of the biggest video game series in history, and is the top selling franchise on Xbox. It has defined a generation of gamers and […]]]>

“Halo: Reach,” developed exclusively for Xbox 360, is the blockbuster prequel to the landmark “Halo” video game franchise and is the biggest game yet in the Halo series.“Halo” is one of the biggest video game series in history, and is the top selling franchise on Xbox. It has defined a generation of gamers and changed how people view video games.

“Halo: Reach” tells the tragic and heroic story of Noble Team, a group of Spartans, who through great sacrifice and courage saved countless lives in the face of impossible odds. The planet Reach is humanity’s last line of defense between the encroaching Covenant and their ultimate goal, the destruction of Earth. If it falls, humanity will be perched on the brink of destruction.

Product Features

Welcome to Noble Team. “Halo: Reach” immerses you in the ominous and heroic story of “Halo: Reach” as you play as a member of Noble Team, a squad of iconic Spartan soldiers, each with deadly talents as unique as their individual personalities and customized gear.

An Intense and Epic Campaign. Live the events that set the stage for the “Halo” trilogy as the UNSC and Covenant clash at the height of their military power. New weapons, vehicles, and abilities complement the familiar “Halo” arsenal for the largest-scale battles ever witnessed in the “Halo” universe. Fiercely cunning artificial intelligence (AI) adds depth and complexity to each encounter, helping make every play-through a unique and challenging experience, whether players go it alone or connect with up to three friends to launch a cooperative assault.

The Definitive Multiplayer Experience. The “Halo” series has set the gold standard for the multiplayer experience in video games. “Halo: Reach” continues that rich tradition by introducing a dramatically expanded suite of multiplayer offerings that promise once again to redefine the landscape of online gaming.

Stunning Technical Advancements. “Halo: Reach”takes a significant leap forward with all-new enginetechnology representing the next generation of art,audio, AI, animation and Hollywood-style specialeffects. Power through massive scale combat across sweeping open environments and fight up close and personal along side new characters and creatures as you unravel mysteries buried deep in the “Halo”universe.

New social settings for match making enable you to play with the people you want, find like-minded teammates, vote on preferred maps and game types and also keep an active roster.

Matchmaking is now integrated across every facet of “Halo: Reach,” including campaign mode and Firefight.

The next generation of Firefight mode lets players go head-to-head in versus mode and allows for an incredibly deep level of customization and replay ability by allowing players to change game rules and settings.

New multiplayer game modes like “Invasion” and “Arena” offer competitive players a chance to show off their skills like never before.

Forge tools and the advent of the Forge World space enable players to construct entirely new maps and game modes and share them with the “Halo” community over Xbox LIVE. The future of “Halo” multiplayer experiences will continue to grow and be shaped by the people who play it for years to come.

Player Customization & Reward. “Halo: Reach” gives you the ability to customize and personalize your Spartan with a staggering array of armor accessories that will appear in both multiplayer and campaign play. Across every game mode, you’re rewarded for everything you do, for every style of play, earning valuable credits that can be used to unlock additional cosmetic upgrades via the Armory.

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/halo-reach/feed/0Cut the Rope for Androidhttp://www.igeekman.com/cut-the-rope-for-android/
Thu, 30 Jun 2011 07:00:19 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=511When you see a mysterious package on your doorstep, you can’t help but open it. Who wouldn’t? But be warned: once you open the box, there’s no going back. You’ll be instantly addicted to this premium version of Cut the Rope–a game in which you feed an adorable, candy-craving monster named Om Nom all the […]]]>

When you see a mysterious package on your doorstep, you can’t help but open it. Who wouldn’t? But be warned: once you open the box, there’s no going back. You’ll be instantly addicted to this premium version of Cut the Rope–a game in which you feed an adorable, candy-craving monster named Om Nom all the sweets he can eat.

Swipe your finger across the ropes to release delicious bundles of candy into his mouth. As you keep your new companion’s sweet tooth satisfied, be sure to collect shiny gold stars to unlock new levels. Play through a range of different box types–Cardboard, Fabric, Gift Box, and others–each with interesting new game-play mechanics to keep you coming back for more.

Join more than 40 million others who have enjoyed the fun, casual game-play of this critically-acclaimed puzzler. The long-awaited hit game arrives on Android at last!

Game-play

Cut the Rope is a puzzle game with a simple premise: a little monster named Om Nom arrives on your doorstep in a box labeled “Feed with Candy.” To satisfy Om Nom’s sweet tooth, simply cut the rope–you’ll find it’s easier said than done when enemies and obstacles await you.

Key Features

Enjoy ad-free game-play with this premium version of Cut the Rope

Solve puzzles in different ways: the quickest path to feeding Om Nom may not yield the most points

Use the touchscreen to interact with puzzles: cut ropes, pop bubbles, and use other contraptions to your advantage

Collect stars to unlock new levels: seven different box types are available, with more content on the way

Climb the leader-boards and unlock 31 different achievements with fully-integrated Scoreloop support

]]>GrooVe IP for Androidhttp://www.igeekman.com/groove-ip-for-android/
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 04:00:35 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=462 GrooVe IP uses your Google Voice account to make unlimited, free calls to any US or Canadian phone from Android. It uses your data connection (both Wi-Fi and 3G), and you can either use its pre-packaged dialer or integrate it with the default. Call any phone in the U.S. or Canada using your mobile […]]]>

GrooVe IP uses your Google Voice account to make unlimited, free calls to any US or Canadian phone from Android. It uses your data connection (both Wi-Fi and 3G), and you can either use its pre-packaged dialer or integrate it with the default.

Call any phone in the U.S. or Canada using your mobile device but not your mobile minutes

Get a free public phone number from Google Voice, first

Make and receive calls using Wi-Fi and/or 3G if your without a mobile plan or reception

Pay incredibly low rates for calls around the world (with the exception of free U.S. and Canada calls)

Protect your HTC® EVO™ with the toughest case around! The OtterBox Defender Series for HTC EVO offers unrivaled protection against drops, scratches and dust. This rugged case boasts built-in touch screen protection, a top-quality polycarbonate mid-layer and durable silicone to top it all off.
About our Defender Series: An innovative three layer design protects your EVO from bumps, drops, scratches and dust while keeping your phone fresh as new.

Product Features

Clear polycarbonate shell prevents screen scratches, bumps & cracks

Tough polycarbonate skeleton for crushproof protection

Silicone skin absorbs bumps & shocks

Open access to sync/charge & headphone jack

Access to speaker, microphone & camera, comes with a swivel belt clip

Dimensions

Size (LWH): 1.75 inches, 10 inches, 5 inches

Weight: 2.4 ounces

]]>HTC EVO™ 3D for Sprinthttp://www.igeekman.com/htc-evo%e2%84%a2-3d-sprint/
Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:00:51 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=214 HTC EVO 3D for Sprint The HTC EVO 3D for Sprint is America’s first 4G smartphone with a 4.3″ 3D qHD display that allows users to capture, record, and playback in 3D – without 3D glasses! With the latest version of the acclaimed HTC Sense user experience and powered by Android 2.3 “Gingerbread”, […]]]>

HTC EVO 3D for Sprint

The HTC EVO 3D for Sprint is America’s first 4G smartphone with a 4.3″ 3D qHD display that allows users to capture, record, and playback in 3D – without 3D glasses! With the latest version of the acclaimed HTC Sense user experience and powered by Android 2.3 “Gingerbread”, HTC EVO 3D is ideal for users who want to both stream video and generate their own video experience to record life’s moments, view them in 3D, and share them easily. Users can quickly download movies, create user-generated content, and enjoy a Flash-enabled web browsing experience using the speed of the 3G/4G network and the power of a 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. HTC EVO 3D takes full advantage of Sprint’s powerful 4G network and offers the innovation one would expect as the next benchmark device in the prestigious EVO line of devices.

The evolution will be broadcast in 3D at 4G

More hardware, for less hardware
The EVO™ 3D doesn’t require you to wear anything special to get fully immersed in its 4.3” 3D QHD screen. From watching movies in 3D, to taking 3D pictures, to capturing your own 3D video, nothing more is needed by you. Except the desire to be WOW’d.

Built for capturing 3D
With its dual 5 MP cameras, giant 4.3” QHD screen for a viewfinder, and intuitive camera button, making 3D movies and taking 3D photographs with the EVO 3D couldn’t be easier.

Showier and tellier
Wirelessly stream photos, music and videos to your home entertainment system from phone. Feel like adding some dimension? You can share 3D videos via HDMI to your 3D HDTV. And when you feel like sharing for real, the front-facing camera allows you to wirelessly video chat with friends and family anywhere.

A foundation built for growth
Not content to stop at glasses-free 3D, the EVO™ 3D was built with a superfast 1.2Ghz Qualcomm® Snapdragon® dual-core processor running on 4G. Making downloading, posting, commenting, watching and playing faster than was ever possible.

Share more
Not only does the EVO™ 3D let you share like never before with it’s amazing QHD 3D screen, but it also allows up to 8 devices to wirelessly connect to it so that they can share in its internet access.

]]>Mindjackhttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/mindjack/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/mindjack/#respondFri, 24 Jun 2011 03:53:00 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=456 A new era. Sophisticated and complex technologies are now contributing to the advancements of mankind. However, the world’s governments are crumbling, new corrupt powers arise and conspiracies proliferate. The truth behind the proscribed technology could destroy the very core of humanity. Join a rogue team of agents as they fight for survival and entangle […]]]>

A new era. Sophisticated and complex technologies are now contributing to the advancements of mankind. However, the world’s governments are crumbling, new corrupt powers arise and conspiracies proliferate. The truth behind the proscribed technology could destroy the very core of humanity. Join a rogue team of agents as they fight for survival and entangle themselves deeper into the mystery.

Drawing upon the graphics and storytelling mastery of both Square Enix and developer feelplus, Mindjack offers a distinctive experience that throws players into a revolutionary playing field where an engaging solo campaign transitions seamlessly to thrilling, cooperative multiplayer gameplay. Expand your mind’s reach by “hacking” into enemies, vehicles or civilians and enjoy the freedom to control almost any character. Each bystander becomes an active combatant in this new urban warfare. Your “state of mind” is your only limitation!

Assume the role of a Mind Hacker hacking into and controlling the minds of enemies to turn the tide of battle.

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/mindjack/feed/0Plants vs. Zombies for Androidhttp://www.igeekman.com/plants-vs-zombies-for-android/
Fri, 24 Jun 2011 01:23:23 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=441 Get ready to soil your plants! The hit PopCap® game comes to Android at last. Forget shotguns, flamethrowers, and cricket bats. A well-tended garden is your best defense against a rampaging horde of undead. Keep the zombies at bay with an array of deadly plants and well-aimed lawnmowers. With Plants vs. Zombies, the fun […]]]>

Get ready to soil your plants! The hit PopCap® game comes to Android at last. Forget shotguns, flamethrowers, and cricket bats. A well-tended garden is your best defense against a rampaging horde of undead. Keep the zombies at bay with an array of deadly plants and well-aimed lawnmowers. With Plants vs. Zombies, the fun never dies!

Enjoy a horticultural new twist on tower defense gameplay

See the undead shamble across your lawn with charmingly gruesome graphics and animations

Upgrade your army with the help of Crazy Dave

Cultivate your garden for a yield of killer crops

Stem a Zombie Attack on Your Android Device

A mob of fun-loving zombies is about to invade your home, and your only defense is an arsenal of 49 zombie-zapping plants. Use peashooters, wall-nuts, cherry bombs, and more to slow down, confuse, weaken, and mulchify 26 types of zombies before they reach your front door.

Each zombie has its own special skills, so you’ll need to think fast and plant faster to combat them all. But be careful how you use your limited supply of greens and seeds: as you battle the fun-dead, obstacles like a setting sun, creeping fog, and a swimming pool add to the challenge.

Game Features

Send the undead back to their graves by pummeling them with an army of fearsome flora. Earn achievements and cash, then save up to buy new upgrades for your defenses. Don’t wait too long, though: these unexpected houseguests are demanding to be fed, and brains are on the menu…

Conquer all 50 levels of Adventure mode–through day, night, and fog, in a swimming pool, and on the rooftop

Battle 26 types of zombies including pole-vaulters, snorkelers, and bucket-heads

Open the Almanac to see all the plants and zombies, plus amusing “facts” and quotes

Collect 10 fun-dead achievements

Hilarious graphics, great soundtrack, and a bonus music video

]]>Homefronthttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/homefront/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/homefront/#respondThu, 16 Jun 2011 18:41:59 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=431 Homefront is a first-person shooter that challenges players to survive and impact a fictional future scenario in which America has been economically devastated and occupied by a foreign power. In the face of overwhelming oppression, you must choose whether to submit to military forces, take the fight to the enemy or even throw your […]]]>

Homefront is a first-person shooter that challenges players to survive and impact a fictional future scenario in which America has been economically devastated and occupied by a foreign power. In the face of overwhelming oppression, you must choose whether to submit to military forces, take the fight to the enemy or even throw your lot in with the invaders. Additional features include: a single player campaign written by Hollywood screenwriter John Milius, online multiplayer support for up to 32 players, ground and vehicular combat, and more.

Home is Where the Heart Is

The year is 2027, and the world as we know it is unraveling after fifteen years of economic meltdown and widespread global conflict over dwindling natural resources. A once proud America has fallen, her infrastructure shattered and military in disarray. To make matters worse, crippled by a devastating EMP strike, the USA is powerless to resist the ever expanding occupation of a savage, nuclear armed Greater Korean Republic. Abandoned by her former allies, the United States is a bleak landscape of walled towns and abandoned suburbs. This is a police state where high school stadiums have become detention centers, and shopping malls shelter armored attack vehicles. A once-free people are now prisoners… or collaborators… or revolutionaries.

Gripping Single Player Campaign

Join the Resistance, stand united and fight for freedom against an overwhelming military force in Homefront‘s gripping single player campaign penned by John Milius (“Apocalypse Now,” “Red Dawn”). Stand alongside a cast of memorable characters as an emotional plot unfolds in this terrifyingly plausible near-future world. Experience visceral, cinematic first-person shooter action as you fight your way across occupied USA using guerrilla tactics, and commandeer military vehicles and advanced drone technology to defeat the enemy.

Epic Multiplayer

Multiplayer support brings epic warfare to the online arena as infantry, tanks, attack helicopters and combat drones battle across huge, open battlefields. Homefront‘s rich feature set offering layers of tactical depth combined with a game-changing innovation in the multiplayer space sets a new benchmark in online warfare.

Game Features

A Terrifyingly plausible near-future world – The familiar has become alien in this nightmare vision of occupied USA

Fight for a Cause – Join a cast of memorable characters as your resistance cell wages a guerrilla war against overwhelming military odds in the name of Freedom

Witness the Human Cost of War – a gripping story from the pen of John Milius is told through immersive, interactive 1st person cut scenes

Experience Explosive FPS Gameplay – Battle through a dynamic mix of infantry and vehicle combat in a gripping single player campaign boasting intense, memorable set pieces

Take the Battle Online – Experience large scale multiplayer action like never before in epic infantry and vehicle warfare involving up to 32 players online

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/homefront/feed/0SHREDroidhttp://www.igeekman.com/shredroid/
Wed, 15 Jun 2011 21:02:49 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/shredroid/SHREDroid forces your Android phone to overwrite deleted data so that it is actually deleted and can no longer be recovered. Our smart phones store sensitive personal and business data such as emails, SMS messages, pictures, and our web browsing histories. Unfortunately deletion on phones is not immediate. Even after you delete your email or […]]]>

SHREDroid forces your Android phone to overwrite deleted data so that it is actually deleted and can no longer be recovered. Our smart phones store sensitive personal and business data such as emails, SMS messages, pictures, and our web browsing histories. Unfortunately deletion on phones is not immediate. Even after you delete your email or clear your browser’s cache, the data will remain on your phone typically for days or even months, depending on phone usage. This data is easily recoverable with minimal effort by technically-knowledgeable persons.

Standard countermeasures do not help, such as overwriting files with random data, due to special features of the Android’s file system (namely the use of journaling). Even encryption does not help as the associated key must be stored temporarily in memory and is recoverable after deletion.

Our SHREDroid application solves this problem. SHREDroid forces your Android phone to overwrite the sections of storage where deleted data resides so that the data is really deleted and cannot be recovered.

]]>Skype for Androidhttp://www.igeekman.com/skype-for-android/
Tue, 07 Jun 2011 19:02:08 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=366Make free Skype-to-Skype calls, and call phones at Skype rates on the move • Free* Skype-to-Skype IM and calls over 3G or WiFi • Cheap calls to landlines or mobile phones at great Skype rates • Instant message one or many friends at the same time – * Data plan or WiFi connection required – […]]]>

Make free Skype-to-Skype calls, and call phones at Skype rates on the move

• Free* Skype-to-Skype IM and calls over 3G or WiFi
• Cheap calls to landlines or mobile phones at great Skype rates
• Instant message one or many friends at the same time

– * Data plan or WiFi connection required
– Some handsets may not be supported

– You need Android v2.2 to run Skype on a Samsung Galaxy S

]]>Music Beta by Google Apphttp://www.igeekman.com/music-beta-by-google-app/
Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:59:59 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=342Official Android player for Music Beta by Google. The Music application features a redesigned UI and now supports Music Beta by Google. Music Beta is a new service from Google that gives you instant access to your personal music collection on the web and your compatible Android devices without the hassle of wires or syncing. […]]]>

Official Android player for Music Beta by Google.

The Music application features a redesigned UI and now supports Music Beta by Google.

Music Beta is a new service from Google that gives you instant access to your personal music collection on the web and your compatible Android devices without the hassle of wires or syncing.

Available in the U.S. by invitation only and free for a limited time.
Request an invitation at music.google.com

Not a Music Beta user? You can still use this player to listen to music on your Android device.

]]>Apple Magic Trackpadhttp://www.igeekman.com/apple-magic-trackpad/
Sun, 05 Jun 2011 16:11:44 +0000http://igeekman.com/?p=107The new Magic Trackpad is the first Multi-Touch trackpad designed to work with your Mac desktop computer. It uses the same Multi-Touch technology you love on the MacBook Pro. And it supports a full set of gestures, giving you a whole new way to control and interact with what’s on your screen. Swiping through pages […]]]>

The new Magic Trackpad is the first Multi-Touch trackpad designed to work with your Mac desktop computer. It uses the same Multi-Touch technology you love on the MacBook Pro. And it supports a full set of gestures, giving you a whole new way to control and interact with what’s on your screen. Swiping through pages online feels just like flipping through pages in a book or magazine. And inertial scrolling makes moving up and down a page more natural than ever. Magic Trackpad connects to your Mac via Bluetooth wireless technology. Use it in place of a mouse or in conjunction with one.

Overview

More control at your fingertips.

Magic Trackpad gives you a whole new way to control what’s on your Mac desktop computer. When you perform gestures, you actually interact with what’s on your screen. You feel closer to your content, and moving around feels completely natural. Swiping through pages on screen is just like flipping through pages in a magazine, and inertial scrolling senses the momentum in your fingers as you move up and down a page.

More to touch, more to love.

Your fingers will fall for the Magic Trackpad. It’s made with smooth, wear-resistant glass that feels great to the touch. And it’s nearly 80 percent larger than the built-in trackpad on the MacBook Pro, giving you plenty of room to perform gestures. Because the entire surface of Magic Trackpad is a button, you can click on objects just as you would using a traditional mouse. And Magic Trackpad sits at the same height and angle as the Apple Wireless Keyboard, so you can go from trackpad to keyboard in one seamless motion.

Bluetooth technology.

Magic Trackpad connects to your Mac via Bluetooth wireless technology. Use it in conjunction with the Apple Wireless Keyboard for a cable-free, uncluttered workspace. And if you feel like venturing away from your desk, Magic Trackpad maintains a reliable and secure connection up to 33 feet away from your Mac.

What’s in the Box

Magic Trackpad

Two AA batteries

Printed documentation

Minimum Requirements

A Mac computer with Bluetooth wireless technology

Mac OS X v10.6.4 or later

Latest Magic Trackpad software update

Dimensions

Length: 5.17 inches / 13.13 cm

Width: 5.12 inches / 13.01 cm

Height: 0.18 – 0.72 inches / 0.46 – 1.83 cm

Weight (without batteries): 4.94 ounces/140.05 g

]]>Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/logitech-speaker-lapdesk-n700/
http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/logitech-speaker-lapdesk-n700/#commentsWed, 01 Jun 2011 05:31:04 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_product_reviews&p=246Laptop comfort never sounded so good You bought your laptop to do everything you did with your desktop PC, wherever you want to do it—email, YouTube, Facebook, listen to music and watch movies on a DVD or on-line rental service like Netflix. You may even think about your laptop as your own cozy movie theater, […]]]>

Laptop comfort never sounded so good

You bought your laptop to do everything you did with your desktop PC, wherever you want to do it—email, YouTube, Facebook, listen to music and watch movies on a DVD or on-line rental service like Netflix. You may even think about your laptop as your own cozy movie theater, portable Internet TV viewer or private music studio.

Your laptop gives you the freedom to be entertained in whatever comfy spot you choose. The only problems you may have is the quality of the sound from your laptop speakers and maybe even wanting to be more comfortable. That’s where the Logitech Speaker Lapdesk comes in.

Built-in full-stereo 2.0 speakers put a theater in your lap
Two built-in stereo speakers with double bass vents put you and your laptop in the center of an immersive media sound zone. Chill out with your laptop on the couch or bed and unleash sound so full, rich and deep, it’s like you’re listening to music and movies through high-quality external speakers—but without the hassle of disconnecting and carrying speakers from spot to spot.

Padded base and angled top raise your comfort
Logitech’s Speaker Lapdesk is designed to keep you feeling relaxed and comfortable—even during those marathon movie sessions. Thanks to the cool mesh padded base, your laptop can rest more comfortably on your lap in virtually any sitting position. It even holds your laptop securely in place with integrated laptop holders and adjustable “sticky feet” tabs. So you can change leg positions without worrying about your laptop sliding around.

Silent cooling fan and thermal shield keep laptop heat away
Using your laptop for long periods of time can radiate unwelcome heat onto your lap. That’s why your Speaker Lapdesk is designed with both a low-power cooling fan and a heat-shielding bottom. The fan pulls in and circulates cool air under your laptop to cool it more efficiently.

And since the integrated fan is nearly silent, you’re able to just listen and enjoy your music and movies without any distracting noise coming from your lapdesk. What’s more, a grill protects the fan from damage while rear and bottom air intakes ensure steady, unobstructed airflow—even on cloth surfaces like your bed comforter.

Integrated USB cable for plug-and-play simplicity
No batteries to install. No software to load. No complex instruction manuals. This is as easy as it gets. The Logitech Speaker Lapdesk works with any Microsoft Windows powered laptop or Apple MacBook up to 16 inches. A single USB cable connects the lapdesk to your laptop. It’s that simple. Just plug in the cable to one of your laptop’s USB port to power the speakers and fan.

Volume and fan controls at your fingertips
Say good-bye to finding the buttons on your laptop to adjust the volume. A conveniently located toggle button puts your volume controls (Up, Down, and Mute) within easy reach. Go ahead and crank it up! The maximum volume from this lapdesk beats built-in laptop speakers by a mile. You also have a convenient on/off switch for the fan to use it when you want.

Thoughtful design meets high comfort
The Speaker Lapdesk is engineered to not only give you a superior audio experience. You’ll also love how it looks in your home. Clean lines, smooth curves and the contoured shape complement any room. It’s smart design that fits your lap, your life, and your style.

]]>http://www.igeekman.com/product-review/logitech-speaker-lapdesk-n700/feed/1Angry Birds Riohttp://www.igeekman.com/angry-birds-rio/
Fri, 13 May 2011 07:00:50 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?p=321 What happens when everybody’s favorite fierce fowl get caged and shipped to Rio? They get very angry! In Angry Birds Rio, the original Angry Birds are kidnapped and taken to the magical city of Rio de Janeiro, where they eventually escape their captors and set out to save their friends, Blu and Jewel–two rare […]]]>

What happens when everybody’s favorite fierce fowl get caged and shipped to Rio? They get very angry!

In Angry Birds Rio, the original Angry Birds are kidnapped and taken to the magical city of Rio de Janeiro, where they eventually escape their captors and set out to save their friends, Blu and Jewel–two rare macaws and the stars of the Fox motion picture, Rio. Angry Birds Rio pairs the physics-based gameplay of the original game with unique twists based on the film.

Angry Birds Rio Features:

Three fantastic episodes with 90 exciting levels

Completely new achievements

Special hidden fruit trophies to discover

Spectacular boss fights–the ultimate test of your Angry Birds skills

Expect plenty more to come: episodic updates continue throughout 2011

No cage can contain these birds.

A New Reason for Revenge

Now, after an all-too-brief period of peace, a new mission is unveiled. Kidnapped, caged, and whisked away to a foreign land by animal smugglers, the Angry Birds escape the clutches of their bungling captors–but they soon discover a deeper purpose.

Slews of rare and endangered birds are being held captive in Rio de Janeiro, and it’s up to the Angry Birds to rescue their winged friends by cracking open their cages and setting them free.

20th Century Fox and Rovio have united feathery forces, joining the heroes of Angry Birds with the stars and storyline of Rio. Take off in a flurry of exciting gameplay and challenges as you escape the smugglers, smash through their hideouts, and embark on the biggest Angry Birds adventure yet!

Free your feathered friends.

Lend a Helping Wing

To save Blu and Jewel from the smugglers, the Angry Birds will need courage, selfless heroism, and one enormous slingshot. Slide your finger on the screen and let go to pull back and fling your avian friends. Tap the screen mid-flight to unleash each bird’s special ability. Pinch to zoom in and out of the environments and drag your finger to view different parts of each stage and plan the trajectory of each bird.

Boom Goes the Dynamite

Like previous installments, Angry Birds Rio is a physics-based puzzle game. Use the birds and their powers to most efficiently break through piles of different destructible objects. Crates, boards, stone, glass, TNT, and other materials are no match for an accurate shot with the right bird. Chuck the Angry Birds at locked cages to break them open and set rare birds free. As you progress in the game, you’ll also need to demolish the jungle hideouts of the smugglers’ monkey minions. Learn the strengths and abilities of each bird, and the behavior of the materials you’ll launch them against, to trigger chain reactions and achieve three stars in every level.

Destroy the jungle hideouts of the smugglers’ monkey minions.

South America Blooms

From the dim and cluttered warehouse of the Smugglers’ Den to a rainforest-ringed clearing backed by snow-capped mountains, layers of dynamic scenery provide a sense of depth and movement unlike any other Angry Birds game. Against these evocative backdrops, the game’s feathery conflicts reveal deeper, more nuanced character behaviors: rare birds fly free from their crushed cages, fidgeting monkeys try to hold on to their crumbling hideouts, and much more.

The sound design perfectly captures Brazil’s urban and rural landscapes. Rio de Janeiro’s seedy side comes alive with clinking chains, creaking boards, cries of captured birds, and the murmur of cars rolling by the Smugglers’ Den. In the jungle, monkeys chatter and screech while the calls of birds, frogs, and insects fill the air as you line up your shots. The game’s distinctive theme also comes with a Brazilian-infused twist: the Angry Birds Rio Samba. Together, the sounds and music of Angry Birds Rio will have you dancing in your seat as you slingshot your way to free Blu, Jewel, and their friends.

Exclusively from Sprint, the HTC EVO 4G mobile phone is the world’s first 3G/4G Android handset, offering simultaneous voice and data connectivity and download speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. Additionally, the HTC EVO 4G can still connect to 3G data services in areas not currently served by Sprint’s 4G network.

The HTC EVO 4G’s 4.3-inch screen is perfect for watching video on the go.
Packed full of powerful mobile communication and multimedia features, the HTC EVO 4G has a large, vibrant 4.3 inch display and a built-in kickstand for easy viewing of videos–from Sprint TV programming to HD movies captured on the 8-megapixel auto-focus camera. It’s powered by a screaming fast 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and Google’s Android 2.1 operating system. With integrated Google technology, the HTC EVO 4G brings one-touch access to the popular Google mobile services millions use every day, including Google Search by Voice, YouTube and Picasa. The HTC EVO 4G also provides easy access to both personal and corporate email, calendars, and contacts supported by Exchange Server and Gmail.

And through Android Market, you’ll get access to thousands of useful applications, widgets and fun games to download and install on your phone, with many more apps being added every day. The HTC EVO 4G also includes HTC Sense, a user interface overlay from HTC that makes it easy for you to create an individualized mobile experience tailored specifically to your needs.

The forward-facing 1.3 megapixel camera makes it easy to have video calls using the two-way voice and video service from Qik (upgraded account service required). And with built-in mobile hotspot functionality, the HTC EVO 4G also allows up to eight Wi-Fi-enabled devices–including laptop, camera, music player, video player and any other Wi-Fi-enabled device–to enjoy the benefits of 4G speeds on the go. Other features include music downloads from the Amazon MP3 Store, microSD memory expansion (8 GB card included; optional 32 GB cards supported), Adobe Flash support, HDMI audio/video output, and up to 6 hours of battery life (learn more about power management on the HTC EVO 4G).

The handy kickstand makes it easy to watch videos on-the-go.
Sprint’s Blazing Fast 4G Network
Sprint 4G offers a faster wireless experience than any other U.S. national wireless carrier, and Sprint is the only national carrier offering wireless 4G service in 32 markets (with more coming online soon). Sprint 4G delivers download speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G, giving the HTC EVO 4G the fastest data speeds of any U.S. wireless device available today. Sprint 4G network coverage is expected to reach 120 million people by the end of 2010.

Sprint 4G services dramatically increase download speeds for photos, videos and large files. You can download a favorite song, picture, sitcom or large video in seconds, not minutes, or watch live streaming video- all while on the go, not just from the home or office. Additionally, businesses can benefit from the fast connectivity speeds of 4G. Some examples include:

* Real estate agents can conduct virtual property tours.
* Construction teams using 4G in the field can save valuable time by sharing schematics with engineers online.
* Insurance companies can speed their claims management through real-time communication with on-site adjusters.
* Health care professionals can improve their ability to remotely monitor patients.
* Emergency first responders can rapidly assess and coordinate disaster action with real-time on-site video and audio.
* Photojournalists can instantly transfer high-resolution images to the newsroom.

Learn more about shat to expect when switching between 3G and 4G coverage.

Key Features

* Ultra-fast 4G connectivity with simultaneous voice and data capability (peak download speeds of more than 10 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1 Mbps; average download speeds of 3-6 Mbps)
* 3G data speeds (EVDO Rev A.) in areas not yet served by 4G (peak download speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps; peak upload speeds of 1.8 Mbps; average download speeds of 600 kbps-1.4 Mbps)
* Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go.
* Built-in mobile hotspot functionality allows up to eight Wi-Fi enabled devices to share the 3G or 4G experience on the go with a laptop, camera, music player, game unit, video player, or any other Wi-Fi enabled device.
* Powered by the Android 2.2 operating system with deep integration of Google services and access to thousands of apps to customize your phone via the Android Market.
* Google mobile services including Google Search, Google Maps, Google Talk, Gmail, YouTube , and syncing with Google Calendar
* Access to Google Goggles to search with pictures instead of words. It works with everything from books, DVDs and barcodes to landmarks, logos, artwork and wine labels.
* Updated HTC Sense user experience includes Friend Stream to integrate Facebook, Twitter and more into a single flow of updates.
* 1 GHz Snapdragon processor speeds up everything–from playing games to watching shows to opening files from work.
* GPS using Sprint Navigation for turn by turn directions, and points of interest searches
* 4.3-inch capacitive display with pinch-to-zoom and tactile feedback
* 8-megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED flash
* Capture HD-quality video (720p)
* HDMI audio/video port enables you to output pictures, slides and videos in HD quality (720p) via HDMI cable (sold separately)
* Forward-facing 1.3 megapixel camera for making video calls. Two-way voice and video capability will be available as an upgrade to the preloaded Qik app on HTC EVO 4G to enable conversational, interactive, real-time sharing between mobile devices or from mobile-to-desktop.
* Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile–enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
* Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 32 GB (8 GB card included).
* Digital audio player and FM radio
* Access to personal and corporate e-mail with Microsoft Direct Push Technology and HTML support. Send and receive email from multiple corporate and personal email accounts. Also, get wireless email access to popular commercial POP3 and IMAP accounts like AOL, Gmail, and Yahoo!
* Instant messaging via popular services including Windows Live Messenger, Google Talk, Yahoo Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger.
* View documents including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and PDF on the go to maximize your productivity
* Visual Voicemail gives you quick and easy access to just the messages you want to listen to by letting you go directly to a specific message, without needing to listen to or skip past previous messages.
* Full HTML Web browser
* Adobe Flash technology ensures that rich Internet content, such as embedded video and animation, are displayed the way they are meant to be seen.
* Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
* Built-in kickstand for hands-free viewing
* 3.5mm stereo headset jack

Vital Statistics
The HTC EVO 4G weighs 6 ounces and measures 4.8 x 2.6 x 0.5 inches. It comes with a large-capacity, 1500 mAh lithium-ion battery with up to 6 hours of battery life. It runs on Sprint’s 4G network as well as the 800/1900 CDMA/EV-DO Rev. A frequencies.

* GPS capable with Sprint Navigation: This GPS-enabled phone provides optional access to Sprint Navigation for driving directions on your mobile phone–by voice and onscreen. Along the way, turn-by-turn directions will be announced in a clear voice and displayed on your phone. For example, Sprint Navigation will say, “Go 1.2 miles and turn right on Elm Street.” As you approach the turn, you will hear, “Turn right on Elm Street.” Sprint Navigation also provides proactive traffic alerts with one click re-routing. And it’s easy to find restaurants, banks, cafes, hotels and more from over 10 million points of interest across the U.S.

* Stay Sporty with Sprint: With NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, instantly connect to the NASCAR information you want, when you want it. Follow NASCAR action from practice to race day with real-time leaderboard and alerts. Get exclusive access to your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver with real-time driver stats, breaking news and more. Live in-car audio, race radio, NASCAR on SPEED and other audio/video only available on select phones. Visit sprint.com/speed for details.

This phone also provides access to Sprint Football Live–free for any phone with a data plan. You’ll be able to follow all the live play-by-play action with the Live Game Center for both pro and college football games, as well as stay on top of the pro football draft with a Live Draft Tracker and in-depth analysis and bios on nearly 500 top prospects. Access by texting “FOOTBALL” to 7777 on the handset to download Sprint Football Live from Sprint Digital Lounge (standard text messaging and data rates apply).

Learn More
HTC EVO 4G Power Management

The HTC EVO 4G offers new capabilities for a smartphone that require more power, which can impact its battery life more than what you may have experienced using other smartphones.

* It has more radios to power (3G, 4G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS).
* It features a larger screen than most typical smartphones.
* It offers more capabilities than most typical smartphones, including:
o Management of multiple email accounts and syncing
o WiFi access point
o WiFi Router capability
o 4G data
o GPS
o Access to several 3rd party applications through the Market
o Applications and Processes running in the background

With the HTC EVO 4G, you have the ability to manage your phone’s power consumption to optimize its battery life. These include:
Battery Usage Tools
Before you are ready to charge your phone you can view what has been using your battery during this charge cycle.

* Settings -> About Phone -> Battery -> Battery use

Multiple Radios

The multiple radios on this device will use battery life even when you are not using them.

* To improve battery life, turn off your Bluetooth, GPS, 4G, Wi-Fi, and Wi-Fi Sprint Mobile Hotspot if you are not using them.

4G Connectivity

The 4G radio should only be turned ON when the improved network speed is required for an application, such as YouTube, Web Browsing, or Sprint Mobile Hotspot. When not in use, its important to use the built-in 4G widget (preloaded on Home tile left of center) to turn the 4G radio OFF.

If you have your 4G radio ON, but are no longer in 4G coverage then your device will be scanning in an attempt to re-acquire the 4G network. Your battery can be significantly drained by the scanning processes, so if you know you will be out of 4G coverage for an extended period of time or if you are not acquiring a 4G signal as indicated in the task bar, it would be important to turn your 4G radio OFF.
E-mail Applications Settings

The e-mail settings allow you to setup peak and off-peak hours for e-mail sync on each email account.

As soon as you sign up for the Google Market or Gmail with your Gmail account information, you are also signed in to the Google Talk instant messaging application. The Talk application tracks the presence of your Google Talk contacts in order to let you know who is available to instant message. Each presence change uses a small amount of power even if you do not have the Talk application open.

If you have numerous contacts who are changing presence throughout the day all of these small impacts to your battery can add up to significantly shorten your battery life.

To see a complete list of power management tips for the HTC EVO 4G, click here to read this PDF overview.

Switching between 3G and 4G coverage

Browser app connection warning.

Mail app connection warning.

When switching between 3G and 4G coverage, the HTC EVO 4G may experience a very brief interruption of data service as the device switches network connections. During this brief interruption, applications attempting to access data may be unable to do so and may display an error message. Below are some examples of how to proceed if an error message appears on the device. Other data-usage applications may experience a very brief interruption and will continue functioning once the network handoff is complete.

* Mail application: Simply tap the Cancel button and refresh your inbox after a few seconds by tapping Menu > Refresh.
* Browser application: Simply wait a few seconds and attempt loading the webpage again by tapping the refresh arrows or re-entering the address.
* YouTube: Simply tap the OK button and attempt loading the desired video again
* Sprint Mobile Hotspot: The Sprint Mobile Hotspot will remain on, but there will be no internet connectivity until the device reconnects to the data network.
* Pandora: Pandora may briefly pause until connectivity to the data network is restored

]]>jZip – a free WinZip alternativehttp://www.igeekman.com/jzip-a-free-winzip-alternative/
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]]>Call of Duty: Black Opshttp://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/call-of-duty-black-ops-xbox-360/
http://www.igeekman.com/video-game-review/call-of-duty-black-ops-xbox-360/#respondThu, 25 Nov 2010 05:52:21 +0000http://www.igeekman.com/?post_type=con_game_reviews&p=351Call of Duty: Black Ops is a first-person shooter with stealth and tactical play aspect that puts players in the role of a shadow soldier fighting in a variety of historically representative fictional Black Ops missions of the Cold War era. Created with the input of actual Black Ops soldiers from the time, the game […]]]>

Call of Duty: Black Ops is a first-person shooter with stealth and tactical play aspect that puts players in the role of a shadow soldier fighting in a variety of historically representative fictional Black Ops missions of the Cold War era. Created with the input of actual Black Ops soldiers from the time, the game mixes traditional Call of Duty tactical shooter gameplay with new gameplay options designed to expand the players’ experience. Additional features include extensive multiplayer options, along with new vehicles and explosive new weapons.

Putting Out the Hotspots of the Cold War
Follow-up to 2009’s blockbuster Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops breaks new ground in the Call of Duty series and the video game industry at large by delving into the not-so cold conflicts of the Cold War.

Inspired by the experiences of real Black Ops soldiers of the era, the missions of Call of Duty: Black Ops take the player to a wide variety of settings, ranging from snowbound mountain strongholds in historical Soviet held territories, to the jungles and urban settings of Vietnam War era SE Asia. Throughout all, care has been taken to maintain the traditional essence of Call of Duty style combat, while also introducing new types of player action that add to the gameplay experience. Additional features include co-op, versus and team-based multiplayer options, new vehicles like the SR-71 Blackbird and lethal new weapons such as explosive-tipped crossbows.

Key Game Features

Seventh installment of the Call of Duty series, based on the live fire conflicts of the Cold War era.

Diverse variety of play setting ranging from urban air and ground combat in SE Asia, to snow combat in Soviet region and jungle combat.

Blending of traditional COD, and new first-person character scenarios designed to both retain the essence of the COD gaming experience and ensure constantly flowing and varied action.

New arsenal of weapons and vehicles tied to the Cold War era, including the SR-71 Blackbird and sited explosive-tipped crossbows.

Wide array of play modes including single player, local multiplayer versus and online co-op and multiplayer.

3-D Game Features

Fully playable in stereoscopic 3D: the game will be compatible with 3D-ready HDTVs and 3D PCs utilizing state-of-the-art active shutter 3D glasses, delivering true depth of field and an unprecedented level of immersion that is perfectly suited for the Call of Duty action experience.

Awesome 3D experiences: aim down the sights of your weapons, fly in helicopters, rappel down mountains, move through highly detailed environments and more.

The experience is seamless to use with a simple menu option to enable stereoscopic 3D or disable it at any time whether playing in the single player campaign, multiplayer or Zombie mode.

Playable in both 3D and non-3D on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. Call of Duty: Black Ops for Windows PC is NVIDIA(R) 3D Vision(R)-Ready and supports stereoscopic 3D gaming using 3D Vision active-shutter glasses and NVIDIA GeForce GPUs. For Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system consoles, 3D features require a compatible 3D-ready HD TV.

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Modern Warfare 2 is a first-person tactical shooter and the sixth entry in the popular Call of Duty series. True to its name and following the lead of its predecessor, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, it places players in modern combat settings, as opposed to the WWII environments of the earlier Call of Duty games. This modern approach brings with it new weapons, action and options. Coupled with a variety of gameplay modes including single player, multiplayer and the co-op Special Ops Mode, it is destined to be one of the most popular games of 2009 and a worthy addition to the Call of Duty series.

Story

The storyline of Modern Warfare 2 picks up where the events of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare left off. The ultranationalist Russian leader Zakhaev has been eliminated, but it seems that his lieutenant, Vladimir Makarov, is an even bigger danger. Having made a successful play for power, Intel indicates that he is extending the reach of his influence well beyond the borders of Mother Russia, causing a stir in the international community and prompting the involvement of Task Force 141. Task Force 141 is an elite multinational unit made up of Navy Seals, Delta Force operatives, British SAS and CIA. In the single player campaign you are Sergeant Gary “Roach” Sanderson, with the hero of Call of Duty 4, “Soap” MacTavish, promoted to Captain, making an appearance as an NPC (non-player character) and your commanding officer. The elimination of Makarov and his underlings at any cost is your number one priority, regardless where the fight occurs.

Gameplay

The latest release in arguably the most successful tactical first-person shooter franchise of all-time, gameplay in Modern Warfare 2 follows the same winning and time-tested structure of earlier games in the series. In the single player campaign players are aided by AI squad members as they take on a series of missions aimed at eliminating Ultranationalist forces. Each mission is built around a particular objective, with players utilizing some level of guidance from NPC characters, including “Soap” MacTavish, and aided in navigation by the game’s heads up display (HUD). Along the way players will be able to utilize a wide variety of weaponry and and vehicles, as well as be able to customize weapons with gadgets attached to them.

Also, just as in previous games in the series, Modern Warfare 2 is heavily focused on multiplayer gameplay. The different multiplayer modes, available both in local play and online, contain plenty of customization options and revolve around different strategies ranging from the every man for himself action of “Free-for All,” the classic team-based fun of “Capture the Flag and the tactical, team-oriented action of “Search and Destroy,” just to name a few. Multiplayer modes also feature the “Perk” System that players may be familiar with from earlier in the franchise. Through this system players gain additional abilities, weapons and benefits as they gain experience in combat. This can be done by leveling up, but another important way way is through “kill streaks,” the number of enemies eliminated in succession. These are available beginning with three kills and include the ability to call for supply drops, predator missile strikes, helicopter gunships and many more. Players have the ability to customize in advance which perks will be available at each number and can even gauge their progress towards each at the touch of a button. With an eye towards not making the game too hard for new players the game also features help to players experiencing “death streaks,” multiple consecutive deaths in multiplayer matches.

Special Ops Co-op Mode
Along with a single player mode and multiple multiplayer modes, Modern Warfare 2 also features an unique third main play option, Special Ops Mode. Available both online and in local play, Special Ops Mode is designed to provide a distinct time-based play option, featuring special scenarios not found in other modes in the game and lots of enemies to take on. This mode can be played either alone or with a friend, again either locally or online, with local co-op play including split-screen functionality.

Key Game Features

Challenging Multiplayer Modes – Modern Warfare 2 will contain a wealth of multiplayer modes including: the every man for himself action of “Free-for All,” the classic team-based fun of “Capture the Flag and the tactical, team-oriented action of “Search and Destroy.”

Improved AI Enemies – Improved artificial intelligence now allows enemies to attack from virtually any direction as players respawn into the game adding additional challenges.

An All-new Call of Duty Adventure – Modern Warfare 2 features an all new Call of Duty storyline revolving around the continuing struggles against the Russian rebel group the Ultranationalists, who have found a new and more dangerous leader.

The ‘Special Ops’ Optional Co-op Mode – “Special Ops” Mode allows two players, either alone or with a friend, to engage in unique mission play and features split-screen functionality.

Diverse In-game Environments – Battlegrounds traversed in the game range from the lonely, snow-clad mountains of Kazakhstan, to dark tunnels in the Afghanistan and the crowded slums of Rio.

Nonstop Action – Modern Warfare 2 contains no cutscenes, so players are always engaged in the action, no matter where they are in the game.

New Breach Gameplay Mechanic – Players can now blaze their own paths through the game by “Breaching” formerly impregnable obstacles like walls and doors with explosives.

New Gadgets, Weapons and Weapons SystemModern Warfare 2 contains many new and updated weapons, new weapons attachments, as well as a variant of the multiplayer weapons customization system from Call of Duty 4, now available in the single player campaign.

New Perks and Increased Customization – Multiplayer modes feature new perks for leveling up, and for killstreaks and deathstreaks. Those awarded for streaks can customized in advance according to when they become available.

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Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, the new action thriller from the award-winning team at Infinity Ward, the creators of the Call of Duty series, delivers the most intense and cinematic action experience ever.Armed with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern-day firepower, players are transported to treacherous hotspots around the globe to take on a rogue enemy group threatening the world. As both a U.S. Marine and British S.A.S. soldier fighting through an unfolding story full of twists and turns, players use sophisticated technology, superior firepower, and coordinated land and air strikes on a battlefield where speed, accuracy, and communication are essential to victory.

The epic title also delivers an added depth of multiplayer action providing online fans an all-new community of persistence, addictive, and customizable gameplay.

Features:

Authentic advanced weaponry: Featuring an available arsenal of more than 70 new and authentic weapons and gear from assault rifles with laser sites, claymore mines, .50 caliber sniper rifles, and M-249 SAW machine guns. With accessories like night-vision goggles and ghillie suits for maximum concealment, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare has players locked and loaded to accomplish the mission.

Coordinated assault and support: Delivering the most visceral action thriller ever, the title covers modern battle from the soldier to the satellite, where the need for air support is critical to success. The adrenaline rush deployment enlists gamers to fast-rope from tactical helicopters, ride in an armada of attack choppers, utilize jets to remove enemy strongholds, and even engage hostiles from thousands of feet above the ground inside a state-of-the-art aerial gunship.

Cinematic-quality graphics and sound: Featuring stunning next-generation graphics, players will be drawn into the cinematic intensity of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Amazing special effects, including realistic depth of field, rim-lighting, character self-shadowing, texture streaming, as well as physics-enabled effects, will enlist players into the most photo-realistic gaming experience. Combine the lifelike graphics and the realistic battle chatter with the Call of Duty award-winning sound design and players will face battle as they never have before.

Unparalleled depth to multiplayer: Multiplayer builds from the success of Call of Duty 2 delivering a persistent online experience for greater community interaction. Featuring create-a-class options allowing players to customize gear that is best suited for play, to experience points enabling unlockables and perks, all the way to matchmaking and leaderboards for the latest in tracking, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare’s multiplayer is set to deliver easily accessible and addictive online play for all.

Product Description

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, the new action thriller from the award-winning team at Infinity Ward, the creators of the Call of Duty series, delivers the most intense and cinematic action experience ever. Armed with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern-day firepower, players are transported to treacherous hotspots around the globe to take on a rogue enemy group threatening the world. As both a U.S. Marine and British S.A.S. soldier fighting through an unfolding story full of twists and turns, players use sophisticated technology, superior firepower, and coordinated land and air strikes on a battlefield where speed, accuracy, and communication are essential to victory. The epic title also delivers an added depth of multiplayer action providing online fans an all-new community of persistence, addictive, and customizable gameplay.